It’s that time of year again: spring cleaning! For most people, this is an annual ritual in their homes to purge unneeded items and clutter; however, this is an important idea for retailers to remember, too! Take inventory of the fixtures in your store; evaluate your best sellers vs. the fixtures that may not Read More …
Countertop Candy Display Racks Are a Sweet Source of Profit for Retailers With countertop snack and candy retail display racks, even for retailers who don’t primarily market themselves as candy stores, candy can become enormous profit makers. Getting the right candy retail displays and racks in your store will certainly make a big difference in Read More …
Since 1984 Specialty Store Services has been the leading provider of retail store supplies and fixtures in the Chicago area and beyond. When customers order from our catalog or website, we ship their orders to every corner of the nation, in as little as 1 to 2 business days. Our friendly, helpful customer service reps Read More …
The concept of ‘going green’ has become more than a tagline. For businesses, there are some excellent advantages for choosing ‘eco-friendly’ as a method for cost reduction, while also reducing a company’s carbon footprint. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 was signed by President Obama and allows both residential and businesses to take Read More …
According to the Wall Street Journal, last year consumers spent more than $3.1 trillion on retail purchases. Plus, 89% of sales in the clothing industry were made in stores compared to online. Where online shopping continues to grow, these stats show that, even today, the majority of retail spending still occurs in brick-and-mortar stores. This Read More …
The right color choice can mean the difference between a successful retail shop and one that lacks customer sales. Psychologists have long agreed that color plays a significant role in people’s emotions. Different colors can invoke an array of feelings, especially during first impressions. It makes sense for retailers and business owners to understand the Read More …
A recent article in The Fiscal Times defines the repercussions of Analysis Paralysis in our lives. Too many choices lead to confusion, which, in turn, often leads to procrastination. This confusion can have a severe impact on our lives in terms of lost opportunities and also financial loss. The repercussions are not limited to individuals; Read More …
Successful retailers know that truly effective merchandising extends beyond just the fixtures on the sales floor. Effectively utilizing your wall space can have a major effect on your sales. A strategically merchandised wall will even affect your customer’s perception of your brand because it is often the first thing they notice when they walk into Read More …
An Impulse Buy is defined as a spur of the moment, unplanned decision to buy, just before making a purchase. Essentially, it’s a purchase a customer makes without putting prior thought or consideration into it. Retailers should look at this area with the opposite approach. It’s often overlooked, but with the right merchandising, can bring Read More …
If a group of retail professionals was asked this question, “What lies at the core of high sales and profits?” how would they answer? Some would say great products and others might suggest competitive prices, but they are both wrong. Studies have proven over and over again that an outstanding customer experience is the number Read More …